1978 FORD B700 Recall

Campaign:

78V267000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections

Manufactured:

01/31/1978 - 02/28/1978

Affected:

455

Defect:

The fluid return hose installed between the power steering reservoir and pump is susceptible to deterioration and "kinking". deterioration of the hose permits particles to enter the power steering fluid system restricting flow. both hose deterioration and kinking may result in loss of power steering assist and increased manual steering efforts.

Correction:

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the return hose and modify the routing of the power steering pressure hose to provide additional clearance for the return hose.

Notes:

Vehicle description: school buses.system: steering assembly; return hose.consequences of defect: sudden loss of power steering assist could lead to lossof vehicle control and an accident.

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